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Technology
Gen Z employees are the key drivers in the future of AI but can be overconfident in their use of the technology, a global EY survey has found.
The latest ABS data shows the labour market is defying a period of high interest rates, according to economists.
Building system agnostic AI tools that can communicate across the many different accounting software platforms is the next big focus for forward-looking accounting firms, according to Dexterous Group.
The financial controller of Webjet shares his experiences overhauling the company’s systems and highlights the importance of good data governance.
The use of artificial intelligence in Australian companies has steadily increased, with 35 per cent using it in some form in their finance operations.
The firm has touted the technology as a “game changer” for businesses to keep abreast of manual compliance and regulation.
The deal comes amid heightened regulatory pressure on businesses following the recent introduction of new cyber obligations.
The big four firm has rolled out its new Integrated Global Payroll Solution aimed at streamlining payroll management for organisations with a global workforce.
Caseware has partnered with Validis to provide audit firms with powerful data ingestion tools to deliver audit-ready data from diverse sources.
Minister for Cyber Security Tony Burke recently proposed new legislation that would result in the country’s first standalone cyber security legislation, but how will this affect Australian businesses?